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Supplement to Fisherr FIELDVUEt DVC6000 or DVC6200 Digital Valve Controller Instruction Manuals
Implementation of LockinLast Strategy
Many applications require a valve assembly to remain in the position it was prior to a specific control system failure (lockinlast position). Functionality and safety can be designed into valve assemblies with FIELDVUE digital valve controllers by utilizing an array of accessories. The following paragraphs describe standard solutions for a number of generic lockinlast applications with DVC6000 or DVC6200 digital valve controllers.

Note This instruction manual supplement is for use with HARTr communicating FIELDVUE DVC6000 or DVC6200 digital valve controllers only.

LockinLast on Loss of Supply Pressure

Once the supply pressure falls below a minimum value, the digital valve controller can no longer position a valve assembly; the valve will start to go to the actuator at rest position. The locking device senses this change and activates, preventing the remaining air from venting. The valve is lockedin this new position.

Note The lockedin valve position depends on the exhausting speed of the actuator.

Assemblies with SingleActing Actuators

A Fisher 164A threeway switching valve should be used for locking a singleacting actuator in place on loss of supply pressure. Figure 1 is a schematic representing proper assembly layout. In normal operation, the digital valve controller output passes through the switching valve from port A to port B and on to the actuator.

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Figure 1. LockinLast on Loss of Supply Pressure for an Assembly with a SingleActing Actuator (Fisher DVC6000 Depicted)
FISHER 164A THREEWAY SWITCHING VALVE D B C A

DIGITAL VALVE CONTROLLER

OUTPUT SUPPLY

AIR SUPPLY FISHER 67CFR FILTER/REGULATOR

In a fail condition, the pressure at port D is below the switching valve's set point, causing the switching valve to trip. This closes port B, which locks the pressure in the actuator. Port C is plugged so the digital valve controller output will not exhaust to the atmosphere.

Assemblies with DoubleActing Actuators

Similar to the locking strategy used with singleacting actuators, the locking strategy with doubleacting actuators also uses a valve for locking supply pressure in the actuator. For assemblies with doubleacting actuators, a Fisher 377L trip valve is used as the locking device. The 377L trip valve has two output ports for locking pressure on both sides of a doubleacting actuator. Figure 2 is a schematic representing proper assembly layout. Figure 2. LockinLast on Loss of Supply Pressure for an Assembly with a DoubleActing Actuator (Fisher DVC6000 Depicted)
FISHER 377L TRIP VALVE INPUT DA E B F C

FISHER 64 REGULATOR
DIGITAL VALVE CONTROLLER

OUTPUT SUPPLY OUTPUT

AIR SUPPLY

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Connection of the digital valve controller output to a doubleacting actuator determines the action of the actuator. Figure 2 shows the digital valve controller providing lower cylinder pressure through ports D and E, and upper cylinder pressure through ports A and B. When the supply pressure falls below the set point of the trip valve, the trip valve closes ports D and A and connects port B to C and port E to F. Because C and F are plugged, the control valve is locked in place by locking pressure on both sides of the actuator piston. The assembly returns to normal operation once supply pressure is restored at the trip valve INPUT port.

Note Doubleacting actuators with a 377L trip valve require a Fisher 64 or 95H regulator. Regulators with smaller flow capacities may cause the trip valve to cycle (lock and unlock repeatedly) due to air flow demand as the assembly attempts to reset. Use a Fisher 252 or 262C pilot filter to filter supply air. Both the 164A switching valve and the 377L trip valve have a deadband that must be overcome. The switching valve must be calibrated to reset upon restoration of adequate supply pressure to the regulator. The 377L trip valve has only one spring selection. However, for minimal deadband, the lightest appropriate spring should be selected for the 164A switching valve.

LockinLast Using Solenoid Valves

Solenoid valves are used with valve assemblies in many ways. Their electrical control can be utilized in combination with switches and controller logic to perform a number of functions.

Note Solenoid valves placed between the output of a DVC6000 or DVC6200 digital valve controller and the input to an actuator require a minimum Cv of 0.49. Greater restrictions can affect the response of the assembly. An example of an appropriate threeway solenoid valve for use with the digital valve controller is the ASCO 8327 Series solenoid valve from ASCO Valve, Inc.

Assemblies with SingleActing Actuators

A threeway universal solenoid valve can be placed between the digital valve controller output and the actuator input. Switching the valve assembly from an unlocked state to a locked state is controlled by switching power on and off to the solenoid valve. Figure 3 depicts proper assembly layout. Under normal operating conditions the solenoid is energized and supply air flows from the digital valve controller output to the actuator input. In the fail state, power is removed from the solenoid causing the solenoid valve to close, locking air pressure in the actuator. Port 1 of the solenoid valve is plugged, preventing actuator air pressure from exhausting to the atmosphere.

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Figure 3. LockinLast Strategy for an Assembly with a SingleActing Actuator Using a Solenoid Valve (Fisher DVC6000 Depicted)
1

SOLENOID VALVE (ENERGIZED) 2

3 1

24 VDC POWER SUPPLY

FISHER 67CFR FILTER/REGULATOR

DIGITAL VALVE CONTROLLER

OUTPUT SUPPLY

AIR SUPPLY

NOTE: 1 A SOLENOID VALVE WITH A MINIMUM CV OF 0.49, SUCH AS THE ASCO 8327 SERIES OR EQUIVALENT, IS REQUIRED FOR THIS ASSEMBLY

Assemblies with DoubleActing Actuators

Assemblies with doubleacting actuators require a 377L trip valve to lock pressures on both sides of the actuator piston. Figure 4 is a schematic of a doubleacting actuator with lockinlast capability shown in its normal operating mode. The solenoid valve is placed in series with the signal port of the trip valve. When tripped, the solenoid valve exhausts the signal pressure to the trip valve to atmosphere. This simulates a loss in supply pressure, causing the trip valve to lock pressure in the actuator. Figure 4. LockinLast for an Assembly with a DoubleActing Actuator Using a Solenoid Valve (Fisher DVC6000 Depicted)
SOLENOID VALVE (ENERGIZED) FISHER 377L TRIP VALVE D A E B F C 1 3 2
1

24 VDC POWER SUPPLY

FISHER 64 REGULATOR
DIGITAL VALVE CONTROLLER

OUTPUT SUPPLY OUTPUT

AIR SUPPLY FISHER 252 AIR/GAS FILTER

NOTE: 1 THE ASCO 8320 SERIES SOLENOID VALVE OR EQUIVALENT IS APPROPRIATE FOR THIS ASSEMBLY.

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The solenoid valve in this solution does not require a Cv greater than 0.49. Flow capacity of this valve can be much smaller. An example of a proper solenoid valve for this assembly is the 8320 Series threeway solenoid valve. As with all solenoid valves, ensure that the solenoid valve operating pressure differential rating is adequate for the supply pressure.

LockinLast on Loss of Supply Pressure and/or Loss of Loop Current

Most applications require a valve assembly to be in a lockinlast fail state not only on loss of adequate supply pressure but also on loss of loop power. Lockinlast on loss of supply pressure is quite straight forward. Lockinlast on loss of loop power can be more complex. Most control loops operate on a 420 mA control signal. A solenoid valve, adequately sized for the application, requires more than 4 mA to energize. Therefore, the control loop cannot be used to energize the solenoid. Instead the solenoid must be powered by a separate 24 volt power source. Thus an additional device is required to monitor the current to the digital valve controller and control the power to the solenoid. A current threshold switch can be used to monitor the 420 mA signal to the digital valve controller. Upon loss of this signal, or when the signal falls below the threshold, the threshold switch will open an internal relay. This relay, if placed between a solenoid valve and its power supply, will essentially open and close the solenoid valve. The solenoid valve can be placed in line with the tubing to the actuator to provide the lockinlast function. To ensure adequate response time of a locking system to a loss of loop current, a threshold switch with a maximum deadtime of 0.025 seconds should be used. The locking system will be faster than the response of the positioning system to the failure. One switch that meets the maximum deadtime requirements is the Phoenix Contact Dual Setpoint Module, Model MCR2SP/UI.

Note The MCR2SP/UI switch is not provided by Emerson Process Management. Order this switch from Phoenix Contact.

Assemblies with SingleActing Actuators

Assemblies with a singleacting actuator use a 164A threeway switching valve in conjunction with a solenoid valve. Figure 5 is a schematic of a singleacting actuator assembly with lockinlast capability on loss of supply pressure or loop current. Under normal operating conditions power is supplied to the solenoid valve and adequate supply pressure is available to the switching valve. Upon loss of supply pressure, the set point of the switching valve is exceeded and the switching valve trips.

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Figure 5. LockinLast on Loss of Loop Current and/or Supply Pressure for an Assembly with a SingleActing Actuator (Fisher DVC6000 Depicted)
FISHER 164A THREEWAY SWITCHING VALVE B C +
DIGITAL VALVE CONTROLLER

D A

FISHER 67CFR FILTER/REGULATOR OUTPUT SUPPLY

1

AIR SUPPLY 1 3 2 + 24 VDC POWER SUPPLY + -

SOLENOID VALVE (ENERGIZED)

PHOENIX 12 SWITCH MCR2SP/UI 13

420 mA + -

1 2

7 8

NOTE: 1 THE ASCO 8320 SERIES SOLENOID VALVE OR EQUIVALENT IS APPROPRIATE FOR THIS ASSEMBLY.

Upon loss of loop current, the relay of the current threshold switch opens. This cuts power to the solenoid valve, causing the solenoid valve to trip. When the solenoid valve trips, the supply pressure that was holding the switching valve open is exhausted to atmosphere. This simulates a loss of supply pressure, causing the switching valve to trip.

Note Use a single power source for both the analog output (AO) card providing loop current to the digital valve controller and the solenoid valve. This ensures power will be maintained to the solenoid valve so long as power is maintained to the AO card.

Assemblies with DoubleActing Actuators

The same principle used for assemblies with singleacting actuators is used for assemblies with doubleacting actuators. Figure 6 is a schematic of the doubleacting assembly with lockinlast capability shown under normal operating conditions.

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Figure 6. LockinLast on Loss of Loop Current and/or Supply ressure for an Assembly with a DoubleActing Actuator (Fisher DVC6000 Depicted)
+ + 420 mA 1 2 7 8 12 PHOENIX SWITCH MCR2SP/UI 13 1 DA EB FC AIR SUPPLY FISHER 64 REGULATOR OUTPUT SUPPLY OUTPUT FISHER 252 AIR/GAS FILTER 3 24VDC POWER SUPPLY + SOLENOID VALVE (ENERGIZED) 2
1

FISHER 377L TRIP VALVE

+ DIGITAL VALVE CONTROLLER

NOTE: 1 THE ASCO 8320 SERIES SOLENOID VALVE OR EQUIVALENT IS APPROPRIATE FOR THIS ASSEMBLY.

Note DVC6000 and DVC6200 digital valve controllers require approximately 0.5 seconds to initialize upon power up. During this time, the digital valve controller cannot provide control. In the case where control of a previously locked valve is restored to a digital valve controller prior to the completion of initialization, the valve will travel toward its failsafe position. A relay with an engagement deadtime, such as the MCR2SP/UI from Phoenix Contact, can be used to delay the release of the locking system until the digital valve controller has completely initialized. An engagement delay of 1.0 seconds will adequately minimize the dip in travel.

Note While the valve is in a locked state, the set point from the digital valve controller may change in response to changes in process conditions. This change in set point may result in a process bump when control is restored to the digital valve controller.

Related Documents
DFisher FIELDVUE DVC6000 Digital Valve Controllers Instruction Manual (D102794X012) DFisher FIELDVUE DVC6000 Digital Valve Controllers Quick Start Guide (D102762X012) DFisher FIELDVUE DVC6200 Digital Valve Controller Instruction Manual (D103409X012) DFisher FIELDVUE DVC6200 Digital Valve Controller Quick Start Guide (D103410X012) These documents are available from your Emerson Process Management sales office. Also visit our website at www.FIELDVUE.com.

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Phoenix Threshold Switch Specifications(1) Switch Model Number MCR2SP/UI-DC Size 44.5 X 76.2 X 108 mm (13/4 X 3 x 41/4 inches) Mounting Mounts in control room (DIN rail mount) Wiring Connect switch in series between control loop and field device Control Loop + to switch terminal 2 Control Loop to switch terminal 1 24 VDC Power Supply to switch connections Power Supply + to switch terminal 8 Power Supply - to switch terminal 7 Connect switch in series between the solenoid valve and 24 VDC power supply Power Supply + to switch terminal 12 Power Supply - to switch terminal 13 Configuration Set point 1: 15% (3 mA) Engagement Deadtime: 1 second Switch Settings
Switch 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Setting On On Off On Off Off Off Off Description SP 1 SP 2 In In Out 1 Out 2 Hys. 1 Hys. 2

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